Ahmed Elsobky, Chairperson of the Egypt Healthcare Authority, has announced that Egypt’s medical tourism sector is experiencing a significant surge, supported by improvements in healthcare services and higher standards across the Authority’s facilities. These advancements are bolstering international patient confidence and reinforcing Egypt’s position as a prominent destination in the global medical tourism market. The Authority reported approximately $8m in medical tourism revenue in 2025, providing medical and treatment services to around 35,000 patients from 124 countries. Elsobky noted that medical tourism revenues grew by 76.67% compared to 2024, rising from $3.7m, highlighting strong momentum toward achieving even more ambitious targets in the near future. He emphasized that the Authority’s strategy focuses on establishing Egypt as a trusted global medical tourism destination under the brand “In Egypt, We Care”.

Source: Daily News Egypt March 28, 2026 19:01 UTC